Longanimity
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /lɒŋɡəˈnɪmɪti/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Longanimity is a noun meaning (now rare) Patience or tolerance in the face of adversity; forbearance, long-suffering.
Meaning
(now rare) Patience or tolerance in the face of adversity; forbearance, long-suffering.
Example Sentences
It had overcome the patience of Job, as it did the meekness of Moses, and would surely have mastered any, but the longanimity, and lasting sufferance of God [...].
Synonyms for longanimity
Depending on context, synonyms include forbearance, patience.
Antonyms for longanimity
Common opposites include impatience.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include patience, forbearance, longsuffering, nerve, semperlenity, mercy.
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